PLC Armidale students carried an injured hiker with a broken leg for hours through the Warrumbungles, using a makeshift stretcher in a dramatic bush rescue.
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Posted inArmidale, Energy
New England region explores opportunity to “close the loop” on solar recycling
New England could become a solar recycling hub as rising end-of-life panels create economic and waste management opportunities.
Posted inGrants and funding, Moree, Narrabri, Roads and Infrastructure, Transport and Freight
Inland Rail axed, local projects in limbo
The federal government’s cost cutting ahead of the budget will include axing of the Inland Rail project already under construction, with the shocks to be felt keenly in the New England.
Posted inGlen Innes, Local politics and councils
Glen Innes endorses draft framework for activation
Glen Innes Severn Council has moved to exhibit a draft precinct framework aimed at guiding long-term planning, investment and community development.
Posted inGunnedah Shire, What's on
Kurrumbede Open Day returns for Mother’s Day weekend
A rare chance to visit historic Kurrumbede returns this weekend, with markets, music and Mother’s Day treats on offer.
Posted inAI, Armidale, Energy, Environment
AI key to recovering ultra-valuable solar material
As Australia’s love for solar threatens to pile into a serious waste stream, researchers are turning to AI to extract more value from retired panels, and UNE is leading the way.
Posted inInverell, Sport, What's on
Locals act to revive Inverell Mountain Bike Club
Inverell’s mountain biking community will meet Wednesday night to reform the local club, as council pauses plans for new management of the town’s track.
Posted inArmidale, Education, What's on
Graduation week underway as UNE brings thousands to Armidale
Graduation week is underway in Armidale, with thousands of visitors expected as UNE hosts its biggest-ever ceremonies.
Posted inArts, Entertainment, Gunnedah
Bluey Star and acclaimed singer Meg Washington to perform in Gunnedah
Meg Washington, best known as the voice of Calypso in Bluey, will perform an intimate solo piano concert in Gunnedah this month.
Posted inArts, Gunnedah, Indigenous
Calling all ‘deadly’ creatives: Share your art this NAIDOC
Fifty years of ‘Deadly’ will be showcased in Gunnedah Shire’s annual NAIDOC Week Art Exhibition. Read more here.